🚨LAST DATE TOMORROW — 19 July 2026 · Apply at dmeaponline.com NOW
Notification No. 2/2026 · 234 Senior Resident posts · MD/MS/DNB required · AP Medical Council registration mandatory · ₹80,500/month consolidated pay
DME AP Senior Residents Recruitment 2026 — Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Government of Andhra Pradesh has released Notification No. 2/2026 for 234 Senior Resident posts at AP Government Teaching Hospitals. Specialties include Broad Specialties (General Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, OBG, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, ENT, Anaesthesia, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Radiology, etc.) and Super Specialties. Eligibility: MD/MS or DNB in relevant specialty + AP Medical Council registration. Pay: ₹80,500/month consolidated (per G.O.Ms. No. 723). Apply online at dmeaponline.com from 15 July to 19 July 2026 — last date is tomorrow.
Post Name
Senior ResidentsConsolidated Pay (Not 7th CPC — Fixed Monthly Amount)
₹80,500/month for Broad Specialties — consolidated fixed pay as per G.O.Ms. No. 723 · Super Specialty pay may differ — check official notification · No separate DA/HRA/NPS applicable on this consolidated amount
About DME AP Senior Residents Recruitment 2026
Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Government of Andhra Pradesh is the apex body managing medical education and government teaching hospitals in AP. Under Notification No. 2/2026, DME AP has invited applications for 234 Senior Resident posts across Broad and Super Specialty departments at Government Medical Colleges and Teaching Hospitals including those at Vijayawada, Guntur, Kurnool, Tirupati, Visakhapatnam, Rajahmundry, Kakinada and Nellore. Senior Residents work under specialist consultants at government hospitals, providing clinical services and post-graduate level patient care. Eligibility requires MD/MS or DNB in the relevant specialty and mandatory AP Medical Council registration of the PG degree. Candidates already working as Senior Residents in AP government service are not eligible. Selection is merit-based on postgraduate examination scores — no separate written test or interview. Apply online at dmeaponline.com by 19 July 2026.
DME AP 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Notification Issue Date | 10 July 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 15 July 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 19 July 2026 🚨 TOMORROW |
Only 4 days window — 15 to 19 July 2026. Apply at dmeaponline.com today.
DME AP 2026 Vacancy Details
| Category | Vacancies | Pay |
|---|
| Broad Specialties (General Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, OBG, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, ENT, Anaesthesia, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Radiology, Casualty, etc.) | Major share | ₹80,500/month |
| Super Specialties (Cardiology, Nephrology, Neurology, Gastroenterology, Oncology, Urology, CTVS, Neonatology, etc.) | Remaining | Check notification |
| TOTAL | 234 | Provisional |
Vacancy count is provisional and may change. Check Notification No. 2/2026 at dme.ap.nic.in for department-wise breakdown.
Age Limit
| Specialty Type | Maximum Age | Note |
|---|
| Broad Specialties & Super Specialties (Clinical) | 44 years | Age as on closing date of application |
| Pre-clinical and Para-clinical Subjects | 50 years | Higher limit for non-clinical specialties |
No minimum age specified — PG degree qualification is the effective floor. Age relaxation as per AP Government rules for SC/ST/BC/PH candidates.
DME AP 2026 Eligibility Criteria
| Requirement | Details |
|---|
| Qualification | MD/MS (from recognized medical college) OR DNB in the relevant specialty from NBE |
| Registration | Mandatory: PG degree must be registered with Andhra Pradesh Medical Council (APMC) before applying |
| Ineligibility | Candidates already working as Senior Residents in AP government service are NOT eligible |
| Study Certificate | Study certificate from Class 4 to 10th required for local area reservation (AP local eligibility) |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|
| OC (Open Category / General) | ₹2,000 |
| BC / SC / ST | ₹1,000 |
Fee payable online at dmeaponline.com via net banking / debit card / credit card / UPI
Selection Process
- Merit List — based on postgraduate exam marks (MD/MS/DNB examination scores)
- Rule of Reservation applied — SC/ST/BC/EWS/PH/Women/Sports/Ex-servicemen as per AP Govt norms
- Certificate Verification — original documents verified at designated DME AP centre
- Joining at Government Teaching Hospital in AP
No separate written test or interview. Selection entirely merit-based on PG marks — register APMC before applying.
How to Apply for DME AP Senior Residents 2026
🚨 LAST DATE: 19 July 2026 — TOMORROW. Apply at dmeaponline.com immediately.
- 1Visit dmeaponline.com → Click on “Senior Residents Notification No. 2/2026” → Read the full notification PDF
- 2Register with your mobile number and email → Fill the online form: personal details, PG specialty, APMC registration number, PG marks
- 3Upload scanned copies: SSC certificate, APMC registration, MD/MS/DNB marksheets, degree certificate, Aadhaar, study certificate (4th–10th), caste certificate, photo & signature
- 4Pay application fee online: ₹2,000 (OC) or ₹1,000 (BC/SC/ST) via net banking / UPI / debit card
- 5Review the completed form carefully — submit before 19 July 2026 → Download the confirmation printout
Important Instructions
- →Online application ONLY at dmeaponline.com — no offline/postal applications accepted.
- →PG degree must be registered with AP Medical Council (APMC) before applying — APMC registration number is mandatory in the application form.
- →Candidates already serving as Senior Residents in AP government hospitals are not eligible for this recruitment.
- →Study certificate from Class 4 to 10th is required for claiming local area preference — candidates who studied outside AP should check eligibility carefully.
- →Vacancy count (234) is provisional — DME AP may increase or decrease based on requirements. The recruitment is under Notification No. 2/2026.
Documents Required
- ✓ SSC (10th) Certificate — proof of date of birth
- ✓ MBBS Degree / Provisional Certificate
- ✓ MD/MS/DNB Degree Certificate + Marksheets of all attempts
- ✓ AP Medical Council (APMC) Registration Certificate — for PG degree (mandatory)
- ✓ Study Certificate from Class 4 to 10th (for local area eligibility)
- ✓ Social Status / Caste Certificate — SC/ST/BC/EWS (if applicable)
- ✓ PH (Disability) Certificate — if applicable
- ✓ Aadhaar Card + recent passport-size photograph + signature
DME AP Senior Residents Recruitment 2026 FAQs
QWhat is the last date to apply for DME AP Senior Residents Recruitment 2026?
A19 July 2026 — tomorrow. The application window is just 4 days (15–19 July). Apply immediately at dmeaponline.com — portal may slow down on the last day.
QWhat is the salary for DME AP Senior Residents 2026?
A₹80,500 per month consolidated for Broad Specialties as per G.O.Ms. No. 723. This is a fixed consolidated amount — not split into Basic+DA+HRA. Super Specialty pay may be different — check the official notification at dme.ap.nic.in. No 7th CPC structure applies.
QIs AP Medical Council registration mandatory for DME AP Senior Residents 2026?
AYes — mandatory. Your PG degree (MD/MS/DNB) must be registered with Andhra Pradesh Medical Council (APMC) before submitting the application. The APMC registration number is a required field. Candidates with PG degree not yet registered with APMC cannot apply.
QHow many vacancies are there and which specialties are included?
A234 total vacancies (provisional). Broad Specialties: General Medicine, General Surgery, Paediatrics, OBG, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, ENT, Anaesthesia, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Radiology, Casualty, Pulmonology, and others. Super Specialties: Cardiology, Nephrology, Neurology, Gastroenterology, Oncology, Urology, CTVS, Neonatology, and others. Check Notification No. 2/2026 for specialty-wise breakup.
QWhat is the age limit for DME AP Senior Residents 2026?
AMaximum 44 years for Broad and Super Specialty (clinical) posts; maximum 50 years for pre-clinical and para-clinical subjects. Age relaxation applicable for SC/ST/BC/PH candidates as per AP government rules.
QHow is the selection done? Is there a written exam?
ANo separate written test or interview. Selection is purely based on merit from postgraduate examination marks (MD/MS/DNB exam scores). A merit list is prepared with Rule of Reservation applied. Higher PG marks = better chance of selection and preferred hospital posting.
QCan doctors from other states apply for DME AP Senior Residents 2026?
ATechnically yes — but APMC registration is mandatory, and reservation benefits apply only to AP locals (defined by study certificate from 4th to 10th in AP). Non-AP candidates can apply as OC but will not qualify for local-area reservation. Fee is ₹2,000 for OC category.
QWhat is the application fee for DME AP Senior Residents Recruitment 2026?
A₹2,000 for OC (General) candidates; ₹1,000 for BC, SC, and ST candidates. Payable online at dmeaponline.com via net banking, UPI, debit or credit card.
QWhich government hospitals will Senior Residents be posted at in AP?
APosting is at AP Government Medical College Teaching Hospitals — major ones include GGH Vijayawada (GMC Vijayawada), GGH Guntur, GGH Kurnool, SVIMS Tirupati, KGH Visakhapatnam, GGH Rajahmundry, GGH Kakinada, and GGH Nellore. Hospital preference is allotted based on merit rank and vacancy availability.
Eligibility Quick Check — DME AP Senior Residents 2026
🎯Am I Eligible for DME AP Senior Residents Recruitment 2026?
Qualification
MD / MS / DNB in relevant specialty
Max Age (Clinical)
44 years
Consolidated Pay
₹80,500/mo
👍 Good For
- ✓MD/MS/DNB doctors under 44 years with APMC registration
- ✓AP local candidates (studied 4th–10th in AP)
- ✓PG doctors seeking government hospital experience with ₹80,500/month pay
👎 Not Suitable For
- ✗Doctors without PG degree (MD/MS/DNB)
- ✗Already working as Senior Resident in AP government service
- ✗PG degree NOT yet registered with APMC
✅ Pre-Application Checklist — Apply by 19 July 2026
Apply today — 19 July 2026 is the last date. Do not wait until tomorrow.
💰 DME AP Senior Residents Consolidated Pay — Not 7th CPC
💰 DME AP Senior Residents Pay Structure — G.O.Ms. No. 723
Note: AP Senior Residents are paid a consolidated fixed monthly remuneration — NOT 7th Pay Commission Basic+DA+HRA structure. This is a contractual consolidated pay governed by G.O.Ms. No. 723.
BROAD SPECIALTIES
₹80,500
per month consolidated
SUPER SPECIALTIES
Higher pay
Check official notification
PAY TYPE
Consolidated fixed pay · No DA/HRA/TA/NPS components · Governed by G.O.Ms. No. 723
₹80,500/month = approximate take-home amount (no major deductions). Professional Tax may be deducted as per AP state rules.
📊 Competition Analysis
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Estimated Competition Level
Moderate
234 posts, MD/MS/DNB only eligible — limited pool of applicants (AP postgrads) + just 4-day window limits awareness
🔍Expert Analysis — Should You Apply for DME AP Senior Residents 2026?
Moderate Competition DME AP Senior Residents Recruitment 2026 is an excellent opportunity for MD/MS/DNB graduates seeking government hospital experience in Andhra Pradesh. At ₹80,500/month consolidated (a competitive rate for government SR positions), it offers good pay plus the clinical exposure of teaching hospital work. Competition is moderate — only AP-registered PG doctors can realistically apply, limiting the pool. Selection is merit-based on PG marks alone — no written test. If you have MD/MS/DNB and APMC registration — apply immediately. Last date is 19 July 2026.
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🗓️ What Happens After You Apply — Timeline
19 Jul 2026
Application closes — last date at dmeaponline.com
Late Jul 2026
Merit list prepared based on PG marks + reservation roster applied
Aug 2026
Certificate verification at DME AP centre for shortlisted candidates
Aug–Sep 2026
Joining at AP Government Teaching Hospital — ₹80,500/month consolidated pay begins
💬 Thought for You
“234 seats at AP Government Teaching Hospitals — ₹80,500/month and invaluable clinical experience. Apply at dmeaponline.com before 19 July 2026.”
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